February 28, SundayNatasha Koval Paden performs an all-Chopin program in honor of the compor's 200th birth anniversary.4:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the ArtsFree

March 7, SundayLeonard Bernstein, “Chichester Psalms”College choirs from Middlebury College, St. Michael’s College and Castleton State College join to present this masterwork by Leonard Bernstein in his orchestration for chorus, soloists, harp, organ and percussion. Sung in Hebrew, the piece is challenging vocally and instrumentally with vivid and intensely dramatic interpretation of the highly emotional Psalm texts. The concert also features each collaborating choir in solo performances. Concerts are also given at Grace Church in Rutland (Friday March 5, 7:30 PM), and the Chapel of St. Michael’s College in Colchester (Saturday March 6, 3:00 PM). 3:00 PM Mead ChapelFree admission

March 7, SundayPiano Recital by students of Natasha Koval Paden. This is an all-Chopin concert in honor of the composer's 200th birth anniversary.8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts

March 8, Monday

Join the music department for a concert celebration of the music of Jean Berger (1909-2002). At the 100th anniversary of the composer’s birth Middlebury College students, faculty and ensembles present a panel discussion and concert to showcase Berger’s compositions and influence on the music program at Middlebury, where he taught on the faculty from 1948-1959, his first major academic position. Instrumental, vocal and choral works are featured on the concert.Pre-concert panel: 7:00 pm; Concert: 7:30 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts Concert Hall. Free.

March 17, WednesdayFrancois Clemmons and friends: St. Patricks Day Concert8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts

April 2, FridayAn Evening of Improvised Music from Stone DocumentStone Document is a progressive - ambient - fusion trio manned by drummer/keyboardist, Mike Roze, guitarist, Dennis “Doc” Tirch, and Chapman Stick player, Mark Christensen. Check any preconceptions about "prog rock" or “jam based” music at the attic door, grab some headphones, and give a listen to this blend of electronic pulse, psychedelic improvisations, and a return to music without borders.8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts.Free

April 10, SaturdayEzra Axelrod '08: London-based recording/performance artist Ezra Axelrod brings his “Lust for Wisdom” North American Tour to Middlebury College for a performance that explores themes of lust, love, conflict, and masculine/gay identity through original songs. The Middlebury concert will feature several guest appearances by Ezra's Middlebury friends and mentors. The concept of the tour is based on a line from one of Axelrod’s songs: “I gave you all my lust / for a piece of your precious wisdom,” making reference to a young person’s journey of trial and error to find his place in the world.Mead Chapel, 8:00pm, free admission

Since its founding in 2005, Juventas has performed the work of over 80 composers in exhilarating concerts that showcase the diversity of contemporary music. From lyrical melodies to recorded sounds from outer space, Juventas performances are a tour de force.

April 21, WednesdayPerforming 20th Century Chamber MusicStudents in Su Lian Tan's spring term class present their final performances. Also on May 9. Sponsored by the Department of Music. Free8:00 P.M., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Concert Hall

April 24, SaturdaySpring Choral ConcertJeffrey Buettner and Jessica Allen, conductorsMusic for women’s voices by Gwyneth Walker, Latin American folk songs for men’s voices and Handel’s “The King Shall Rejoice” with chamber orchestra are highlights in a program of exquisite musical color for the coming of spring8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts; $10/8/6

May 5, WednesdayOriginal Compositions by students in Peter Hamlin's Electronic Music class8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts

May 7, FridaySusanne Peck, sopranoCynthia Huard, pianoAffiliate Artists Susanne Peck and Cynthia Huard perform a beautiful concert together. Peck's career encompasses the roles of conductor, singer, and educator. An acclaimed soprano, she has sung and recorded with many leading ensembles, including the Boston Early Music Festival, The New York Collegium, and the Concert Royal Baroque Opera Company. Huard has appeared in recital as a pianist and harpsichordist throughout the United States and in Europe. Her versatile musicianship is a key element of the summer concert series of the Rochester Chamber Music Society, where as artistic director she performs with internationally known artists. Sponsored by the Department of Music. Free8:00 P.M., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Concert Hall

May 8, SaturdayMusic Department student vocalists present "An Evening of Opera and Musical Theater" featuring scenes from "The Magic Flute," "Così fan tutte," "The Marriage of Figaro," "Der Wiltschütz," "The Fantasticks," "City of Angels," and "Beauty and the Beast." The performers, students of Carol Christensen, Dan Marcy, Susanne Peck, and Beth Thompson, will be accompanied by pianist Cynthia Huard.8:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts; free

May 9, SundayMiddlebury College Community ChorusJeff Rehbach, conductorA choral potpourri for a special Mother's Day performance. 3:00 p.m., Mead Memorial ChapelFree

May 9, SundayStudent Chamber Music performanceStudents in the "Performing Chamber Music" course present their final performances. Sponsored by the Department of Music. 7:00 pm, Concert Hall, Mahaney Center for the Arts. Free